Jeeps Showcase

The links to posts below show jeeps grouped by models, condition, and other ways. Some of these jeeps are for sale and others have been sold. If you are unsure whether a vehicle is still for sale or not, email me at d [at] ewillys.com for more info.

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CJ-2A Research Archives

This looks good on the outside. Note that the corners have painted diamond plating.

“1948 Willys Jeep Style, 90% Restored. Runs Exellent. I have spent alot of Time and money on this Jeep, But Due to hard times (BAD ECONOMY) I must sell 🙁 Pictures don’t show the full sized top,with doors, that is included. I bought this jeep from a farmer who kept it in a barn for most of its life. Iv’e had it for 7 years Doing a little at a time. Good Luck She’s a great little truck.”

“1946 willys cj2a its in great condition and the color of it is red with a brand new cloth top running gears work perfect and 4 wheel drive works perfect..and new breaks,head lights,paint job..and has a L134 engine.”

“Jeep 1946 Willys CJ2A. Tub is in fair to moderate condition. Fenders, grill, tailgate in good condition. Windshield frame in moderate condition – there is some rust on the lower portion, but the split glass is intact and the venting mechanism is intact. Frame is in great shape. Transmission shift tower has some slop in it, but internals are fine. Transfer case seems fine. No known issues with the axles. Engine does not currently run, but I imagine it would if it was wired. Engine is not locked, and it has a Supersonic head. Intake and exhaust manifold are new. Starter and generator have been rebuilt. It has new wheel cylinders on the back and new brake drums. Master cylinder needs replaced or rebuilt and brake lines need to be replaced. Seats appear to have been recovered recently with olive canvas. Gas tank and radiator are there and appear to have no holes. Comes with tow bar. I do not have a title. All VIN plates are intact and I will provide a SC Bill of Sale. I am also in the market for a new manufactured 6 X 12 mesh floor trailer that I would consider towards sale. Call with any questions – 864.640.0915.”

“Up for sale here is a 1947 willy’s hard-top jeep. Bought 35 yrs ago and used during hunting season thru the 70’s and into the 80’s in upper Pa where I have family. The jeep has been stored indoors in my garage and well serviced thru the years. Has a 4cyl overhead valve engine, manual trans and manual locking hubs as well. Recent new parts include: radiator and newly rebuilt fuel-pump. Up grades include radio and electric wipers. Jeep runs great, all guages work well and frame is solid and tires good. I mounted a tow bar to the front bumper years ago to pull to the mts, as you may well know they are factory geared for the off road. Any ?’s call717-818-6392.”

“Needs some T.L.C. Needs a bigger radiator in the front. It had a radiator in the rear tried to eliminate and add one in the front. But it was not big enough. It needs a front drive shaft. Transfer case pop’s out of two wheel drive sometimes but never pops out of four wheel. Extra features include a high performance chevy 350 motor, dana 44 axels front and rear. 4 wheel disc brakes, 373 gears, four inch sky jacker spring lift. Newer CJ5 frame. The jeep has been put together from the frame up with in 500 hundred miles including new ball joints, tie rods, motor, transmission,transfer case and axels, 22 gallon fuel cell. The jeep initially was built for sand drags but was never finished from previouse owner. Had sat for five years due to previouse owner going into the navy. Never been driven on the roads since built, but has been to the dunes.”

“All original Flat head 4 cylinder, Fresh tune up, Original tires and Wheels + a spare set of tires, Good running jeep, very fun. Needs some TLC, Do not want to see it sit all winter, Will consider trade for good running Snowmobile. Please call, Mike 801-414-1507.”

It doesn’t run, but appears complete. Based on the year, I’d say this is a CJ-3A, but the bow holders on the driver’s side suggest CJ-2A.

“It’s a pretty great jeep. I really, REALLY hate having to sell it but, as we all know the economy sucks. Anyways, about the jeep: Of course it doesn’t run it’s been sitting for about 2 years, under cover about 1 year 6 months. Mostly electrical work is needed, and I imagine there is a load of work to be done under the hood. Ran and drove 2 years ago. Stock cover is still in great condition, just needs a thorough wash. Interier is dusty and smelly. Hundreds of extra parts laying around. (Doubles of what’s on the jeep already). NOT a parts vehicle, or un-finished project. Just needs a good strong elbow or two on her for a while.
Will most likely need all 4 new tires, but they haven’t been filled with air in a long time so they might still work, who knows Lol. All are welcome to take a look if you like, shoot me an offer first and we’ll see where we can go from there.”

Check out the knob sticking out of the emergency brake hole. What is that? Also, the carburetor just barely sticks out of the hood. I suspect the air cleaner attaches above the hood? The seller notes that with the exception of the engine, everything is original, which isn’t true.

“This jeep is in good condition with a 52 overhead valve engine, everything else is original…Steering has been rebuilt…new battery…This has the 4 wheel drive with low and high…and it works good.. It shows 36967 but I can’t confirm this. This would make a great hunting/fishing jeep or one to just have fun in…thanks for looking..rudy”

“We have for sale a 1948 WILLYS JEEP CJ 2 A !!! Ready for restoration… The pics do not show the HOOD,, RADIATOR, WINDSHIELD AND 2 FLAT FENDERS,,, They are in safe keeping and included in the price………of $700.00 pd in cash when picked up locally… More pics are available if you wish to see them”

“1942 Willys WWII CJ 2A Military Jeep in running condition. Has the original 4 cylinder flathead hurricane engine? New Radiator. Has tow bar, tab on the front to put a trailer ball. Has a massive angle iron piece on the rear for multiple locations of trailer balls. Tires are very old and the left rear has a slow leak goes down in about a week. Does not have the vacuum wipers and the passenger seat needs to be bolted down. Runs Great! Due to it’s vintage age to be SOLD-AS-IS, WHERE-IS WHAT-IS. asking 1800.00 or best offer.”.

“Hey there, I am letting my Project go that I just never got around to starting. It is a 1946 willys jeep, CJ2A. The motor was converted to a small block chevy 265 ci out of a 1955 Car. Other than that, the drive/power train is original. My buddies godfather restored it back in 1986 and painted it with lacquer base paint. Its in way restorable condition. Would make a great wheeler project or use as a great original restoration platform. If there are any questions, please feel free to email or call me at 253 205 74 six four.”

“1947 CJ2A $1200.00 FIRM…. 134 L-head 4cyc engine, T-90, 3 speed manual trans, Model 18, 2 speed t-case. This will be a great project car, it doesn’t run and it needs a frame up resto. Engine, trans, transfer case, diffs, driveline included. Mostly all original parts, right down to the steering wheel. Complete vehicle, just needs to be fixed. I was told that all numbers match, I’ve never looked. There are no major modifications, wheels and tires are not original, tires are flat. This Jeep had been sitting for decades is the Santa Clarita area, until I moved it to northern NV. There is surface rust, no body rot or cancer. There are corner plates on the back. These are bolted on and can be removed.”

This runs and is supposed to be 98% rust free. Might be a good deal. That’s not the original engine, but at least there’s no hole in the hood!

“I am selling my 1947 WILLYS jeep. The jeep is 98% rust free and original. THe jeep is in real nice shape for its age it has been stored inside most of it’s life but it has been sitting outside for the last few weeks. The jeep does run and run good. it does need some brake work (shoes) which I have brand new ones just have not had time to put them on. It also has a front mounted tow bar. I am asking $1700 FIRM might do some trading. I will post pics soon.”

“Jeep has brand new 35″ pro comp xtreme rock crawling tires. New front steering stabilizer. Dana 44 rear end with detroit locker with new axle bearings and seals. Front has new ball joints. Has soft top and bikini top. Has cj5 doors that do fit. Al new gauges and they all do work correctly. Dana 20 transfer case and granny low 4 speed tranny. Chevy 283 thats ben built up. Has Holley Model 1850 carb. At idle it has around 60 psi of oil pressure. Runs and drives great. Jeep is in great shape. Can send pics upon request. 812-664-8279”

“for sale my 47 willys (runs good looks good). flat head 4 cly 3 seed trans high and low gears good runner starts right now converted to 12 volt $3000.00 is the price or trade for jeep wrangler that my wife can drive.”

“For Size Willey’s Jeep Parts One is a M38 and the other is a CJ-2A Motor runs Have lots of misc parts. Too many to list. See the pictures below. I have the body and front clip for the frame pictured below. If there is something that you are interested in or have any questions, e-mail through craig’s list.”